Roland 6-Channel HD Video Switcher with Audio Mixer & PTZ Camera Control

The broadcast cross-point buttons are backlit with brightness control for use in bright daylight or dark performance spaces. A menu screen and volume knobs for adjusting audio are both accessible on the front panel.

The XS-62S has multiple switching modes to best suit the app. The PGM/PST mode operates as a traditional video switcher complete with video compositions that enable grouping multiple images on one screen. The Dissolve mode allows for video switching and composition with cross dissolve to the PGM bus. Operated from the front panel, this mode is suitable for a system where the user directly operates the main unit in a meeting space or event. The Matrix mode allows for individual video input signals to be output to three different destinations on three buses. This mode is effective for routing signals and is ideal for events and using multiple screens.

The PiP function can select circle, heart, or diamond shapes in addition to traditional square or rectangle shapes. The DSK function allows you to overlay titles, lyrics, and logos on top of composited video. Both luminance key (black/white) and chroma key (blue/green) functions are available.

The XS-62S preamp and dynamics effects include a high-pass filter, gate, compressor, 3-band EQ, delay, and an ability to select an audio-follows-video channel so the audio passes through when a specific video source is selected. Dynamics can be adjusted from the on-screen menu or accessed through the remote-control software for Windows or Mac.

The included auto-mixing function ensures the correct mix for multiple panel participants at conferences by automatically adjusting levels across all audio sources. A priority weighting assignment that is channel-specific can be set giving the moderator or priority audio channel a higher volume level while using the auto-mixing function.

Assign up to eight analog audio inputs to a separate audio embedded channel on the two SDI outputs to ensure a separate mix pre-effect (dry) or post-effect (wet) for correcting audio problems post-live event. This feature is additionally useful for multilanguage events to record the voice-over or language translation on its own audio channel to a separate master.

The wireless tally system uses a wireless LAN router connected to the XS-62S to send tally information to iOS or Android devices on the network.

Achieve multiple camera angles for fixed installations by controlling up to six PTZ cameras using VISCA protocol. You can save and recall seven position settings for each camera.

The RCS software application for Mac or Windows PC provides setup and control information for the switcher through a network port. You can copy, store, and recall memory (backup) and preset settings. The XS-62S is equipped with RS-232 and LAN ports for control and operation remotely from a touch panel or other programmable interface device.